- present participle of appreciate.
appreciating
Example Sentences
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For example, how much more yield would people then demand for owning bonds when appreciating assets like stocks are shielded?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
The tell-like-it-is prose of Swanson is refreshing and appreciating to read.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026
She said the scale, height, and mass of the new ballroom would impair her aesthetic, cultural, and historical interests in viewing and appreciating the White House.
From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2026
“If they want to get ahead, invest in an appreciating asset, and the best one is themselves — their career, training, skill set, connections and ability to be flexible.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
Amah laughed, suddenly appreciating the character of her companion.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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